Were you worried about the slow start at the plate by Yankees rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe? If so, you can stop worrying now. And who knows, maybe that can serve as the foundation for an American League Rookie of the Year performance once Game 162 is in the books.
Through the first handful of games this season, Volpe mostly found himself hitting ninth. But, he’s exclusively been the Yankees’ leadoff when in the lineup since April 16th. After a slow start to his MLB career, his offense has picked up considerably:
Volpe’s game splits:
First 12: Last 13:
AVG: .